DOUBLE CHIN LIPOREDUCTION (FAT REMOVAL)
Double Chin Liporeduction (most often performed by liposuction) is a targeted surgical
procedure designed to remove excess fat deposits in the submental (under the chin) area.
A "double chin" can be caused by genetic predisposition, age-related changes, or weight
fluctuations, and often does not respond to diet and exercise. Liporeduction effectively
eliminates this aesthetic flaw, restores a defined jawline, improves neck contours, and
makes the facial oval more harmonious and youthful. The procedure is minimally invasive
and provides quick, visible results.
How is the Procedure Performed?
Double chin liposuction is usually performed on an outpatient basis.
1. Anesthesia: Local anesthesia combined with sedation is most often used. This
allows the patient to feel comfortable and experience no pain. In rare cases or when
combined with other surgeries, general anesthesia may be used.
2. Marking: The surgeon marks the correction zones on the skin.
3. Surgical Stage:
◦ Through 1-3 small punctures (usually under the chin and/or behind the
earlobes), only a few millimeters long, a thin cannula is inserted.
◦ A tumescent solution may be injected beforehand for anesthesia,
vasoconstriction, and fat liquefaction.
◦ If laser, ultrasound, or radiofrequency liposuction is used, the corresponding
energy is applied at this stage to destroy fat cells and/or tighten the skin.
◦ Then, excess fatty tissue is evenly removed through the cannula using a
vacuum aspirator.
4. Suturing (if necessary): 1-2 cosmetic sutures, which leave almost no trace, may
be applied to the puncture sites, or the punctures are sealed with special adhesive
strips.
5. Completion: A special elastic compression garment (bandage) is applied to the
chin area to reduce swelling and shape the correct contours.
The procedure typically lasts from 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Advantages of Our Clinic
Entrusting us with your double chin correction, you receive:
• High-Precision Correction: Our surgeons have extensive experience in facial and
neck liposuction, using techniques that allow for the most accurate and natural
contouring of the submental area.
• Minimal Invasiveness: We use modern small-diameter cannulas and advanced
techniques (laser, ultrasound liposuction), which minimize tissue damage, reduce
swelling, bruising, and speed up recovery.
• Inconspicuous Traces: Micro-punctures for cannula insertion are located in hidden
areas and heal, leaving virtually no visible scars.
• Individual Approach: We carefully analyze each patient's anatomy and select the
optimal liporeduction method, considering fat volume, skin elasticity, and desired
outcome.
• Safety and Comfort: The procedure is performed in sterile conditions using
certified equipment and under the supervision of experienced anesthesiologists (if
necessary). We care about your comfort at all stages.
• Quick and Lasting Results: You will be able to appreciate a significant
improvement in contours within a few weeks. By maintaining a healthy lifestyle, the
effect of double chin liporeduction lasts for a long time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Double Chin Liporeduction
1. Is double chin liposuction painful?
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia,
so there is no pain during the intervention itself. In the first few days after the procedure,
moderate discomfort, swelling, and soreness are possible, which are well relieved by
standard pain medications.
2. Will there be scars?
Double chin liposuction is performed through very small punctures (2-4 mm), which are
located in inconspicuous places (e.g., under the chin or behind the ears). After healing,
they become virtually invisible.
3. How long do I need to wear the compression garment?
The compression garment should be worn constantly for the first 5-7 days, and then as
recommended by your doctor (often only at night) for another 1-2 weeks. This helps
reduce swelling and promotes better skin contraction.
4. When will the final result be visible?
The first changes are noticeable immediately after the main swelling subsides (after 1-2
weeks). The final result, when the tissues have fully recovered and the skin has adapted,
is formed within 2-3 months.
5. How long-lasting is the result of double chin liposuction?
Removed fat cells do not regenerate. Therefore, the result of double chin liposuction is
considered permanent. However, with significant weight gain, remaining fat cells can
increase in volume, which may somewhat affect the result. Maintaining a stable weight will
help preserve the effect for many years.
6. What if my skin sags after fat removal?
If a patient initially has good or moderate skin elasticity, it usually contracts well after
liposuction. Modern methods like laser or radiofrequency liposuction further stimulate skin
contraction. If there is a significant excess of lax skin, the surgeon may recommend
combining liposuction with a neck lift (platysmaplasty) for optimal results.
7. Can chin liposuction be combined with other procedures?
Yes, double chin liposuction is often combined with other procedures to improve facial
contours and rejuvenation, such as fat grafting to the cheeks or chin (for volume), neck lift,
facelift, or chin implant placement.